Agencies &
Programs
2-1-1 BROWARD
Dial 2-1-1
(formerly First Call For Help of Broward)or
954-537-0211
250 NE 33rd Street
TDD:
954-390-0942
Oakland Park, FL 33334
www.211-broward.org No FeeSpanish, Creole, Language Line Service 24/7
Provides 24-hour comprehensive helpline and support services for individuals seeking crisis intervention, assistance and/or information and referrals to health and human services, community resources and disaster related information in Broward County. Callers in crisis should call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
24-Hour Helpline Services
Crisis/suicide intervention, empathetic listening, information and referral helpline for callers of all ages seeking assistance with problems and needs such as mental health, substance abuse, family violence, financial problems, hunger, shelter needs, relationship issues and depression.
Behavioral Health Info Line
954-396-4636
Specialized helpline providing information and referral to child and adolescent mental health services, substance abuse prevention and treatment programs, case management and other specialized behavioral health services.
Hotline For Children With Special Needs
954-537-0211
Information and referral services for families and caregivers of children with special physical needs, such as visual or hearing impairments, or children with developmental delays including Autism and
Cerebral Palsy.
Touchline/Senior Helpline
954-537-0211
Provides social contact and emotional support through a daily telephone call for people 60+ years, living alone and in need of someone to check on them.
Homeless Helpline
954-563-4357
Maintains information about community resources and links homeless individuals and families seeking emergency shelter with appropriate resources.
Teen Hotline
954-567-8336
www.teenspace211.org
Provides information, referral, crisis intervention and non-judgmental listening services for teens 13-18 years, to help them with issues of adolescent and young adulthood.
Teen Tapes
954-390-0490
Offers taped messages on topics of interest to adolescents such as relationships, school and careers, dealing with siblings and parents, drugs and alcohol, pregnancy and HIV/AIDS. Counselors are available to the caller.
(Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
9MUSES ART CENTER
954-746-2055
7139 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Member Line:
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
954-746-9162
www.9musesartcenter.org
No Fee for Persons with Diagnosis
M-F: 9:00am - 6:00pm; Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm
A community arts organization and fully-functioning art studio where instruction and mentoring are offered. Arts disciplines include painting, drawing, pottery, textiles, 2D & 3D design, sculpting, design, music, drama and creative writing. On-site Frame Shop and Gallery is open to the public.
A CHILD IS MISSING
954-763-1288
500 SE 17th Street, #101
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.achildismissing.org No FeeA Child Is Missing Alert Program
Assists law enforcement in the first hours a child or an elderly person goes missing by placing telephone alert calls in the area last seen; over 1,000 calls can be placed in less than 60 seconds. Program is free to law enforcement and the community.
Child Abduction Response Teams (C.A.R.T. Alerts)
Serves as an activation arm for mobilization of teams that consist of members of all facets of law enforcement, emergency response, non-profit organizations and civil search groups that work together when a child is abducted.
Child Safety Education Program
Provides an interactive and child-friendly program that offers safety tips to children in summer camps.
ACHIEVEMENT & REHABILITATION
954-746-9400
CENTERS
(ARC Broward)
10250 NW 53rd Street
Sunrise, FL 33351
www.arcbroward.com Medicaid, Sliding Scale SpanishM-F: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Provides support and assistance to children and adults with autism, Down’s syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities. Offers rehabilitation services (OT, PT, Speech Therapy), in-home parent training, respite care, social and job skills for transitioning youth, and specialized summer camp for youth with developmental disabilities and moderate to severe behavioral challenges, 3-21 years. Also offers adult day program, residential, employment and mental health services for adults and children.
ABLE (Alternative Behavioral Learning Environment)
Provides after-school care for youth, 3-21 years with developmental disabilities and behavior issues that prevent participation in other available programs. All-day care is available on non-school days and summer.
Parents As Teachers Program (PAT)
Offers in-home family education and support, case management, mental health and applied behavioral analysis for parents of children with special needs, birth-10 years.
Preschool Education & Infant Stimulation
Provides certified teachers with a low teacher/student ratio for full-day, year-round instructional curriculum of activities and therapies to facilitate growth for children with and without special needs. Operates a developmental preschool for children, 18 months - 5 years, with extended care available before and after school hours.
AGENCY FOR WORKFORCE
866-352-2345
INNOVATION
TTY: 800-955-8771
www.floridajobs.org
Florida Reemployment Office
800-204-2418
www.fluidnow.com (online application)
Provides temporary wage replacement benefits to qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own.
Special Unemployment Compensation Program
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Provides assistance to individuals who do not qualify for regular unemployment benefits from Florida or any other state and whose unemployment is a direct result of a disaster.
Trade Readjustment Assistance
Provides training, job search, relocation allowances and other reemployment services to individuals who have been totally or partially separated from their job due to increased foreign imports.
Workforce Services
Provides support services to Workforce One and operates an online service to connect job seekers and employers. Offers information on training programs and job fairs. See Workforce One for locations.
AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE
954-745-9567
CENTER OF BROWARD
(ADRC) TDD: 954-745-5689
5300 Hiatus Road
Sunrise, FL 33351
www.adrcbroward.org No FeeSpanish, French, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm
ADRC Helpline
954-745-9779
Provides information and referral for counseling, assessments, assistance with utility payments on an emergency basis, and facilitates the financial eligibility process for publicly funded services for seniors 60+ years, persons with severe and persistent mental illness 18+ years, and their families and caregivers. Offers education for elders 60+ years and person with disability 18-49 years, on the Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO) Statewide Medicaid Managed Long-Term Care Program.
AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
954-522-3132
POSITIVE HEALTHCARE FLORIDA
110 SE 6th Street, #1960
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.aidshealth.orgMedicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Indigent Care Spanish, Creole
A special needs health plan for HIV positive Medicaid recipients in Broward County that covers members with no co-pays and no premiums. Services include routine and specialist doctor office visits, hospitalization, emergency and urgent care, outpatient services, durable medical equipment,
prescription drugs with no limitations, medical transportation, and health benefits beyond those of standard Medicaid. Operates a not-for-profit pharmacy and disease management program that provides services regardless of an individual's ability to pay.
AL ANON FAMILY GROUPS
954-491-1915
& ALATEEN
1915 NE 45th Street, #205
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
www.southfloridaal-anon.org No Fee Spanish, FrenchServes families and friends of alcoholics 19+ years, who believe their lives are affected by someone else’s drinking (Al Anon), and youth under 19 years (Alateen). Meetings are scheduled at various times and locations, 7 days a week.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
954-462-0265
305 S. Andrews Avenue, #502
954-462-7202
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.aabroward.org No Fee Spanish, French M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pmPhone assistance available 24/7
Fellowship of men and women who work the 12-step program to stay sober and help others to achieve sobriety. Offers over 700 meetings in Broward County each week at various times and locations where the only
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
800-272-3900
Southeast Florida Chapter
201 E. Sample Road
Deerfield Beach, FL 33064
www.alz.org/seflorida No FeeSpanish, French, Creole M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm Helpline available 24/7
Provides education and support to Alzheimer’s patients, families and caregivers as well as education to the community and professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders. Operates dementia specific helpline for information, resources and counseling. Offers caregiver support groups, early stage support groups, advocacy & public policy initiatives, safety services for those with memory impairment, and a clinical trial matching program. Regional offices in Miami, W. Palm Beach and Hobe Sound.
ALZHEIMER’S FAMILY CENTER
954-971-7155
6280 W. Atlantic Boulevard
Margate, FL 33063
www.alzcenter.org
No Fee, Sliding Scale for Respite Spanish
M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Provides in-home caregiver counseling, support groups, in-home respite, volunteer companions intergenerational program, Project Lifesaver for wanderers, crisis respite and information and referral for Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
954-797-3800
Broward County Chapter
6710 W. Sunrise Boulevard, #111
Plantation, FL 33313
www.browardredcross.org No Fee
24/7
Provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Offers classes for first aid, CPR, water safety, lifeguard instructor and babysitter safety. Some fees may apply to these classes.
Mental Health Team
Offers emergency response mental health, case management and support services to survivors of a disaster.
ANN STORCK CENTER
954-584-8000
1790 SW 43rd Way
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33317
www.annstorckcenter.orgProvides year-round residential programs for children and adults who are severely or multiply developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile. Offers a preschool with daily educational and therapeutic training for children with developmental disabilities and family support services including counseling, respite day care and parent education.
ARCHWAYS
954-763-2030
919 NE13th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
www.archways.orgMedicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale
Spanish, French, Creole, Italian, American Sign Language
Provides behavioral healthcare to persons suffering from severe and persistent mental illness or mental illness/substance abuse issues. Treatment services include case management, nursing/medical care, psychosocial rehabilitation, outpatient treatment, psychiatric evaluations, medication monitoring, supported employment services, residential supported housing and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). Also provides prevention through education to youth and adults in the community on various topics including substance abuse prevention and violence prevention.
Creative Colours of Archways
ext. 265
Custom screen-printed T-shirts, tank tops, caps, visors, tote bags and aprons produced by clients of Archways.
(Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
ATLANTIC SHORES HOSPITAL
954-771-2711
4545 N. Federal Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
www.atlanticshoreshospital.com Medicare, Insurance, Private PayPrivate free-standing substance abuse and psychiatric hospital. Provides inpatient programs, medically supervised detoxification and individual, group and family therapy. Also offers dual-diagnosis treatment program. Baker Act receiving facility.
ATLANTIC TECHNICAL CENTER
754-321-5100
4700 Coconut Creek Parkway
TTY:
754-321-5189
Coconut Creek, FL 33063
Arthur Ashe Jr. Campus
754-322-2800
1701 NW 23 Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
www.atlantictechcenter.comSpanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language M-Th: 6:30am - 7:00pm; F: 6:30am - 8:00pm; 1st & 4th Sat: 8:00am - 12noon
Public post-secondary career and technical education center, operating under the authority of the School Board of Broward County and the Florida Department of Education. Provides technical training, adult general education classes and support for disabled students under the Americans with Disabilties Act Amendment Act (ADAAA).
AUTISM SOCIETY OF BROWARD
954-577-4141
P.O. Box 450476
Sunrise, FL 33
www.asabroward.org
Provides family support, children's programming, public outreach and education.
BANYAN HEALTH SYSTEMS
954-781-4405
Spectrum Programs, Inc.
24 Hr. Hotline:
Outpatient Services
305-774-4616
790 E. Broward Blvd., #400
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.banyanhealth.org Medicaid, Sliding ScaleNo Fee to eligible individuals (for residential & prevention)
Provides substance abuse case management and individual and group therapeutic services in Broward County for adolescents, 12-17 years, and adults 18+ years.
BARRY UNIVERSITY - OFFICE
954-862-3655
OF THE PUBLIC GUARDIAN
12401 Orange Drive, #211
Davie, FL 33330
www.barry.edu/office-of-public-guardian No Fee
Provides no cost legal guardianship services to adults of limited financial means who lack the capacity to make decisions on their own behalf and in their best interest. Legal guardians protect the property and personal rights of incapacitated adults.
BEST BUDDIES
954-449-6522
3325 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, FL 33021
www.bestbuddiesflorida.org No Fee M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pmPairs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with volunteers for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development.
BIG BROTHERS/
954-584-9990
BIG SISTERS OF BROWARD
4101 Ravenswood Road, #123
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
www.bbbsbroward.org No FeePairs children 6-18 years with role models in one-to-one relationships. Offers specialized mentor programs for youth 13-21 years in protective custody and transitioning out of foster care, and children who have one or both parent(s) incarcerated.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
954-537-1010
877 NW 61 Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.bgcbc.org Fee: $15 Annually Spanish, Creole M-F: 2:00pm - 8:00pm, Sat: 11:00am - 3:00pmChartered clubs help youth, 6-18 years, build self-esteem and develop values and skills through education, social recreation, health and physical education, leadership and citizenship development, cultural enrichment and personal adjustment.
BROWARD ADDICTION
954-765-4200
RECOVERY CENTER
(BARC)
Detoxification & Admissions
1000 SW 2nd Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
www.broward.org/addictionrecovery Medicaid, Sliding Scale
Spanish, Creole, Telephone for Hearing Impaired American Sign Language with appropriate notice Detoxification & Residential Services: 24/7
Admissions - M, W, Th, F: 7:00am - 5:00pm; Tu: 7:00am - 7:00pm Outpatient - M-Th: 8:30am - 8:30pm; F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Provides substance abuse services to adult Broward County residents. Accepts individuals with co-occurring disorders when the primary indicator is substance abuse and conditions are sufficiently stable so neither symptoms nor disability significantly interfere with standard treatment. Offers assessment, medical detox, residential and day/outpatient treatment services, perinatal addiction services and family education.
Broward Addiction Recovery Division
954-357-4880
Administrative Office
TTY:
800-995-8711
1011 S.W. 2nd Court
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
BROWARD BEHAVIORAL
954-622-8121
HEALTH COALITION
(BBHC)
1715 SE 4th Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 www.bbhcflorida.org M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmDesignated managing entity for Circuit 17 (Broward County) that provides the contract management and oversight for the DCF-funded mental health and substance abuse services for adults, youth and families.
ADM Planning Council
954-561-9681
Council membership includes primary consumers of mental health and substance abuse services who provide direct input to the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition.
BROWARD CHILDREN'S CENTER
954-943-7336
200 SE 19 Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 www.bcckids.org
Offers a range of health, wellness, education, recreation, therapeutic, daily living and advocacy services for infants, children and young adults with special health care needs.
BROWARD COLLEGE
954-201-7350
North Campus
954-201-2240
1000 Coconut Creek Parkway
Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Central Campus
954-201-6800
3501 SW Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314
South Campus
954-201-8835
7200 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Downtown Campus
954-201-7378
111 E. Las Olas Blvd., Bldg 33, Rm 119
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
Pines Center
954-201-3601
16957 Sheridan Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33331
Weston Center
954-201-8501
4205 Bonaventure Blvd.
Weston, FL 33332
Miramar Town Center
954-201-8660
2050 Civic Center Place
Miramar, FL 33025
www.broward.eduCareer Centers
North Campus
954-201-2355
South Campus
954-201-8865
Central Campus
954-201-6612
Child Care Certification Courses
888-352-2842
Offers 40-hour required course for basic child care employment in Florida.
Dental Clinic
954-201-6779
Downtown Campus Private Pay
Daily hours vary each semester
Offers full services for dental hygiene and limited services for other dental procedures by appointment only.
Vision Clinic
954-201-2400
North Campus Private Pay
M & W: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Offers full services for eye care assessment, frame & lens fitting and contact lenses by appointment only.
BROWARD COUNTY CHILDREN’S
954-357-7880
SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
TTY: 954-357-2882
115 S. Andrews Avenue, #A-360
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/children M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmResponsible for the strategic planning and administration of contracts awarded to non-profit and public organizations that provide services to children and their familes in the areas of behavioral health, deep-end acting-out youth, special needs, independent living, system of care and child care.
BROWARD COUNTY COURTHOUSE
954-831-6565
CLERK OF THE COURTS
201 SE 6th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
Services include filing court proceedings; filing and retrieval of documents such as arrests, traffic citations, affidavits, marriage licenses, name changes, restraining orders, exparte orders and other court related documents.
North Regional Courthouse
1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
South Regional Courthouse
3550 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, FL 33021
West Regional Courthouse
100 N. Pine Island Road Plantation, FL 33324
Juvenile Division
954-831-6424
Unified Family Court
954-831-8532
Case Management
Provides case management for domestic violence, domestic relations, dependency and delinquency cases.
Community Justice Alternatives
954-831-7752
Offers mediation for neighborhood disputes including conflicts between children.
Court Mediation & Arbitration
954-831-6076
Preserves the parental relationships before, during and after divorce by helping parents constructively and amicably resolve conflicts concerning children. These resolutions are formalized in a written agreement and may be made an order of the court if requested.
Teen Court
954-831-7600
Offers an alternative to formal juvenile court proceedings for youth 11-17 years. Uses positive peer pressure, counseling, referral, community service and other interventions. Must be referred by the State Attorney's office or local police department.
BROWARD COUNTY DENTAL ASSN.
954-772-5461
1919 NE 45th Street #216
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
www.browarddental.org No FeeProvides telephone referrals for dental care for children and adults.
BROWARD COUNTY ELDERLY AND
954-357-6622
VETERANS SERVICES DIVISION
TTD: 954-357-2882
2995 N. Dixie Highway
Oakland Park, FL 33334
www.broward.org/eldervets Medicaid, Sliding ScaleSpanish, Italian, French, Creole, Portuguese, Hindi, Hindustani, Urdu, Kannada, Malayalam, Romanian
M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm
County funded agency provides services to older adults.
Behavioral Health
Services provided to persons 55+ years include behavioral health management, substance abuse prevention, outpatient, individual, aftercare, brief intervention screening, outpatient/peer support and an elderly crisis support team. Some services may be provided in-home.
Community Care for the Elderly
Assists functionally impaired, adults 60+ years who are at risk of premature nursing home placement. Services may include case management, homemaking, personal care, respite care, health support, adult day care, monthly caregiver stipend, and others.
Veterans Services
Provides assistance to veterans, their widows, dependents and dependent survivors regardless of age or other status. Services include outreach, information and referral linkage, and benefits and claims processing.
BROWARD COUNTY FAMILY SUCCESS 954-357-6367
ADMINISTRATION DIVISION
TTY:
800-955-8770
Edgar P. Mills Multipurpose Center
900 NW 31st Avenue, #3000
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
www.broward.org/family No FeeSpanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language Telephone for Hearing Impaired
M-F: 8:30am-5:00pm
Assists individuals and families to achieve economic and social stability.
Family Success Centers
Provides social services information, referrals and services to assist individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills, and
accessing the services for self-sufficiency. On-site community partners provide integrated intake, assessment and case management; rent/mortgage and utility assistance; and life skills classes. Referrals available for job training and employment, housing counseling, legal aid services, budget counseling, family support services, subsidized child care and children’s services, health services, elderly services and veteran services.
North Region Family Success Center
954-357-5340
2011 NW 3rd Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060 M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Northwest Region Family Success Ctr.
954-357-5000
10077 NW 29th Street Coral Springs, FL 33065 M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm
Central Region Family Success Center
954-357-5001
900 NW 31st Avenue, #3000 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm
South Region Family Success Center
954-357-5650
4733 SW 18th Street West Park, FL 33023 M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Davie Family Success Center
954-797-2054
4700 Davie Road, #B Davie, FL 33314 M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Community Action Agency
954-357-5025
900 NW 31st Avenue, #3100 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Assists individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills and accessing services they need to become self-sufficient including education, training, books, tools, child care, and bus passes. Offers low income Broward County residents financial assistance with electric bills depending on eligibility.
Housing Options Program
954-357-5099
(formerly Homeless Initiative Partnership) 900 NW 31st Avenue, #1001
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Provides intensive case management for families in need of temporary subsidized rental assistance including a life management skills program. Assists chronically homeless individuals with mental health or substance abuse issues to transition from homelessness to living independently. Family Reunification Program provides a one-way bus ticket anywhere Greyhound travels to be reunified with family.
BROWARD COUNTY
954-739-1114
HOUSING AUTHORITY
4780 N. State Road 7
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
www.bchafl.org No Fee Spanish, Creole M-F: 7:30am - 5:00pmOwns and operates federally subsidized rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities throughout Broward County. Provides rental subsidies to families living in private rental housing, and housing counseling to first time homebuyers and those facing possible foreclosure.
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
Provides rental assistance to income eligible families/individuals. Rent subsidy is paid to private landlords on behalf of program participants with families paying a percentage based on their annual adjusted income. Applications are accepted only when the waiting list is opened following public notice.
BROWARD COUNTY
954-357-7800
HUMAN RIGHTS SECTION
TTY:
954-357-6181
115 S. Andrews Avenue, #427
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/humanrights No FeeM-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Spanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language
Investigates complaints of discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations that violate local and federal statutes.
BROWARD COUNTY
954-357-6385
HUMAN SERVICES DEPT.
TTY:
954-357-5608
Administration
115 S. Andrews Avenue, #303
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/humanservicesBranch of Broward County Government responsible for the administration of social services.
BROWARD COUNTY LIBRARY
954-357-7444
100 S. Andrews Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/library www.browardlibrary.org No FeeProvides library services to residents for information and recreation. Offers specialized resources for youth and persons wth disabilities. Library cards are free of charge upon request with proof of Broward County residence.
BROWARD COUNTY LONG-TERM
954-597-2266
OMBUDSMAN COUNCIL
8333 W. McNab Road, #231
Tamarac, FL 33321
http://ombudsman.myflorida.com No Fee M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pmAdvocates for the residents of licensed adult family care homes, assisted living facilities and nursing/rehab homes, and educates the public on locating appropriate facilities.
BROWARD COUNTY MINORITY
954-792-1180
BUILDERS COALITION
665 SW 27th Avenue, #16
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
No Fee
Home Touch Program
Provides minor carpentry, plumbing or electrical repairs where necessary, for Broward County homeowners 60+ years in owner-occupied homes to preserve health and safety in the home.
Community Improvement Programs
Offers a five-year deferred payment loan to homeowners who occupy their property in Coral Springs, Davie or unincorporated Broward County for improvement and maintenance to correct code violations, prevent further deterioration, and stop the loss of energy and infiltration of outside elements.
BROWARD COUNTY PARKS
954-357-8100
AND RECREATION DIVISION
Administrative Offices
950 NW 38th Street
Oakland Park, FL 33309
www.broward.org/parksTelephone for Hearing Impaired
Upon Request (website can be translated to many languages) Hours and fees vary by location
Manages more than 6,500 acres, encompassing regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks and natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, target range, stadium, skate park, observatory, mountain bike trails, educational farm with stables and a velodrome and other sports facilities.
Broward County 4-H Program
954-357-5270
Offers a youth development program teaching leadership, citizenship and lifeskills to youth 5-18 years
BROWARD COUNTY
754-321-0000
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
600 SE 3rd Avenue, 7th Floor
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.browardschools.com No FeeSpanish, French, Creole, Portuguese M-F: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Office of Prevention Programs
754-321-1655
www.browardprevention.org
Provides culturally competent violence and substance abuse
education, mental health services, and appropriate referral, treatment and follow-up services. Utilizes collaborative partnerships to provide programs that address body image, bullying, character, depression, relationships and offers a peer counseling curriculum.
BLAST
(Building Lasting Attitudes & Strategies for Tomorrow) Family-centered program for awareness, education, prevention and early intervention of behavior problems of at-risk children, grades K - 12. Provides individual and group counseling focused on anger management and substance abuse prevention.
Family Counseling
754-321-1590
Provides short-term counseling for families with a child enrolled in any Broward County school, that addresses school related problems, mild depression, family communication, adjustment to significant family changes, interpersonal difficulties and minor substance abuse.
Before & After School Childcare
754-321-3330
Provides before and/or after-school childcare at elementary and middle schools, and maintains a list of additional private providers approved by the School Board.
Florida First Start/Parents as Teachers
754-321-1961
Home-school partnership for children at-risk of school failure that supports parents as their children’s first teachers and emphasizes intellectual, physical, language and social development. Provides monthly home visits, developmental screenings, parent groups and resource coordination.
Guidance
754-321-2584
754-321-2585
Home Education
754-321-2586
Offers programs and services to help students achieve success and develop life skills for academic, career development and personal and social success.
BRACE
754-321-2587
(Broward Advisors for Continuing Education)
Advisors work with guidance counselors to provide students with information on scholarships, financial aid and the college application process. Information on technical schools, military options and workforce entry is also available.
Health Education
754-321-1576
Provides education to maintain the health and well-being of students.
Innovative Programs
754-321-2070
Specially designated public schools that offer opportunities for in-depth experiences and study in specific areas of interest.
Prevention Programs
754-321-1655
Provides violence and substance abuse education, mental health treatment, appropriate referrals and follow-up services.
Seagull School Homebound Program
754-321-7320
Provides in-home school for medically fragile children who cannot attend classes in a school setting.
SEDNET
754-321-3425
(Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children Network)
Multi-agency cooperative effort between the Broward County School Board, Department of Children and Families, parents/caregivers, children’s agencies, community mental health centers and other organizations to improve the service delivery system for SED children and adolescents.
Student Support Services
754-321-1618
Federally funded remedial programs at various elementary and middle schools to help children reach their grade level in reading and math.
Child Abuse Services
754-321-1569
Provides case consultation and supportive services for children, identified or at high risk for child abuse, abandonment or neglect including victims of domestic violence and sexual behavioral problems.
Child Find
754-321-7205
Provides resources, screening and referral for children, 0-22 years at risk of developing special needs and not receiving educational services. Offers free evaluations for hearing, vision, speech/language and developmental functioning.
Exceptional Student Education (E.S.E.)
754-321-3400
Provides specialized education and services for gifted students and students with disabilities.
Family Counseling-IDEA Students
754-321-3421
Provides counseling to emotionally handicapped, SED and/or autistic students, 5-22 years and their families. Encourages teamwork home, school and other referral resources.
Florida Diagnostic & Learning
754-321-2205
Resources System (FDLRS)
Provides support services to educators, parents and other professionals who work with exceptional students.
Homeless Education Program
754-321-1570
Identifies homeless students and removes systemic barriers to their education including school enrollment, transportation and reassignment. Provides supplemental academic and counseling case management services.
Psychological Services
754-321-3400
Provides psychological testing and other support services for students including educational placement.
SALT Program
754-321-3467
(Specialized Auditory Language Training)
Assists parents to foster the growth of their children, 0-5 years with hearing impairment, and emphasizes parent/child interaction.
Social Work/Attendance
754-321-1618
Provides supportive counseling services and attendance intervention (including individual, group or family counseling, student/family psychosocial assessments and parent education) for students and families based on individualized needs to increase student achievement. Offers special intervention and case management services for students experiencing behavioral problems,
homelessness, child abuse, teenage pregnancy or other special situations.
Strategic Achievement Office
754-321-1891
Provides at-risk students with the necessary tools to foster personal, academic and social growth leading to school completion.
Suicide Prevention
754-321-3425
Each school has a staff person, trained on the signs and symptoms of a child in crisis, who can be contacted regarding a student who may be suspect for suicide.
Title 1 Office
754-321-1400
Provides federally funded remedial programs at various elementary and middle schools to help children reach their grade level in reading and math.
BROWARD COUNTY TRANSIT
954-357-8300
Administrative Offices
TTY:
954-357-8302
www.broward.org/bct Sliding Scale, Medicaid
Spanish, Creole, Telephone for Hearing Impaired Administration - M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Fixed Route Bus Service - 4:30am - 12:40am
Customer Service (Bus Schedule)
954-357-8400
M-F: 7:00am - 8:00pm,
Sat, Sun, Holidays: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Operates community buses that connect to fixed routes and are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks.
(Locations include Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Dania Beach, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, Hillsboro Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderhill, Lighthouse Point, Margate, Miramar, North Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Pompano Beach and Tamarac.)
Paratransit (TOPS)
866-682-2258
Paratransit Customer Service
954-357-6794
Provides transportation for persons with a physical, cognitive, emotional, visual or other disability which functionally prevents them from using fixed route bus services. To quality, each application must go through an eligibility determination process.
Senior and Disabled Passes
954-357-8400
BROWARD HEALTH
954-355-4400
(formerly North Broward Hospital District)Corporate Office
303 SE 17th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.browardhealth.orgMedicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale Spanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language, Interpretation Services Available
Community healthcare system encompassing more than 30 facilities that provide a full spectrum of healthcare services including disease
management and health education.
HOSPITALS
Tax-assisted hospitals with emergency rooms that treat indigent patients.
Broward Health Medical Center**
954-355-4400
1600 S. Andrews Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Broward Health Coral Springs
954-344-3000
3000 Coral Hills Drive Coral Springs, FL 33065
Broward Health Imperial Point**
954-776-8500
6401 N. Federal Highway Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
Broward Health North
954-941-8300
201 E. Sample Road Deerfield Beach, FL 33064 ** Includes behavioral health units ** Baker Act receiving facilities
URGENT CARE
Provides medical services in an urgent care setting.
Broward Health Weston
954-217-5000
2300 N. Commerce Parkway Weston, FL 33326
Medicare, Insurance
M-F: 8:00am - 9:00pm, Sat, Sun: 9:00am - 8:00pm No appointment needed
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS
Provides community-based health care services including a disease state management program to reduce complications associated with chronic medical conditions.
Clinica de las Americas
954-761-1020
1101 NW 1st Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale M-F: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Sat: By Appointment
Provides culturally competent and sensitive primary care and pediatric services to the Latin community.
Comprehensive Care Center
954-467-0880
1101 NW 1st Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Mon: 8:00am - 7:00pm, Tue-Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Fri: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Provides primary care services for individuals infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. Services include free HIV testing, nutrition, mental health and pharmacy counseling, case management, gynecology and dermatology.
Bernard P. Alicki Health Center
954-527-6041
(formerly Healthcare for the Homeless) 1101 W. Broward Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Provides healthcare and related services to the homeless, delivered by mobile and fixed health care teams.
Annie L. Weaver Health Center
954-786-5901
(formerly Pompano Adult Primary Care Ctr.) 2011 NW 3rd Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm and Wed: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Provides adult primary care for residents of northern Broward County including physical exams, case management/disease state management, immunizations, HIV/AIDS care, nutritional counseling and on-site pharmacy.
Pompano Pediatric Primary Care
954-786-5413
601 W. Atlantic Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Pompano Prenatal Care Center
954-786-5418
601 W. Atlantic Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale
M-F: 8:00am - 4:30pm (Only blood work done on Mondays) Provides pregnancy testing, prenatal care, laboratory services, Healthy Start, nutritional counseling, WIC services and parenting education. Co-located with Pompano Pediatric Primary Care Ctr.
Cora E. Braynon Health Center
954-759-6600
(formerly Seventh Avenue Family Health Ctr.) 200 NW 7th Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale Spanish, French, Creole,
Interpretation for American Sign Language and other languages M-F: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Pharmacy - M-F: 8:30am - 6:30pm Urgent Care - M-F: 8:00am - 8:30pm
Provides adult and pediatric primary health care services for uninsured and low income individuals. Includes immunization, vision and hearing screenings, nutritional counseling, pregnancy testing, ultrasound, genetic screening, Healthy Start & WIC screening, dental, laboratory, pharmacy, behavioral health and urgent care services.
Specialty Care Center
954-463-7313
1111 W. Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Medicare, Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale M-F: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm Pharmacy - M-F: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Provides adult primary care, dermatology, ophthalmology, HIV/AIDS medical services, nutritional counseling, pharmacy, laboratory and behavioral health counseling.
SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTERS
Provides primary healthcare and immunizations for students, their families and community residents in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Amadeo Trinchitella
754-322-0712
Deerfield Beach H.S. Health Ctr.
901 SW 15th Street Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Lauderhill Middle School
754-322-3611
Health Center
1901 NW 49th Avenue Lauderhill, FL 33313
William Dandy Middle
754-322-3235
Community Health Center
2400 NW 26 Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Also see separate listing for Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center Also see separate listing for Memory Disorder Center
(Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
BROWARD HEALTHY START
954-563-7583
6555 Powerline Road, #304
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.browardhsc.org No FeeProvides care coordination and outreach services to pregnant women and infants up to 3 years. Educational and support services available based on risk factors and need.
BROWARD HOUSE
954-522-4749
1726 SE 3rd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.browardhouse.org No Fee Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmServes individuals living with or at risk for HIV and other health issues. Offers assisted living and independent living, medical respite, case management, HIV testing and counseling, education and prevention programs, substance abuse treatment, mental health therapy and support groups.
(Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
BROWARD HOUSING SOLUTIONS
954-764-2800
305 SE 18th Court
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.browardhousingsolutions.org
Provides affordable housing opportunities for low-income clients with severe and persistent mental illness who can live independently. Must receive case management services from Archways, Broward Elderly and Veterans Services or Henderson Mental Health Center. Offers subsidized rents to each tenant and their family, based on 30% of the gross monthly income, or rental subsidy for individuals who experience a sudden change in life situation necessitating rental assistance. Candidates must be approved by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Also offers a lease-to-buy program that enables low-to-moderate income individuals with mental illness to lease affordable rental housing for up to two years and then qualify for a mortgage to become a homeowner. Also offers affordable and permanent housing for young adults 18-23 years who battle mental illness and have aged out of the foster care system.
Home for the Brave
BROWARD MEALS ON WHEELS
954-731-8770
451 N. State Road 7
Plantation, FL 33317
www.bmow.org Spanish M-F: 8:00am - 4:00pmProvides meal delivery to low-income, homebound and frail older adults. Offers hot meals to registered individuals at senior centers, meals for companion pets and nutrition counseling. Arranges for a volunteer to shop for those who can pay for their own groceries but are unable to shop for themselves. Delivers a 14-day of supply of emergency meals to older adults returning home from the hospital or who suddenly find themselves in need of immediate assistance.
BROWARD OUTREACH CENTERS
SOUTH
954-926-7417
2056 Scott Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
NORTH
954-979-6365
1700 Blount Road
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
www.miamirescuemission.com/boc.htmProvides food, shelter, substance abuse treatment, education, computer literacy, job placement, healthcare and spiritual development in a drug and alcohol free environment. Accommodates men, women and children.
BROWARD PARTNERSHIP
954-779-3990
FOR THE HOMELESS
(BPHI)
920 NW 7th Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
www.bphi.orgNo Fee
Spanish, French, Creole 24/7
Central Homeless Assistance Center
Provides emergency homeless shelter for men, women and families with children. Current residents (in some cases, former residents) receive meals, behavioral health counseling, primary medical and dental care, substance abuse treatment, case management, linkage and referral services, vocational training, employment services, transportation and family support. Must be referred by 2-1-1; walk-ins are not permitted. (Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
BROWARD REENTRY COALITION
954-868-7532
4200 NW 16 Street
Lauderhill, FL 33313
No Fee
An allliance of social service providers and government agencies that offer support and assistance to ex-offenders during incarceration and after release including employment, housing, identification and healthcare.
BROWARD REGIONAL HEALTH
954-566-9681
PLANNING COUNCIL
200 Oakwood Lane, #100
Hollywood, FL 33020
www.brhpc.org No FeeSpanish, French, Creole
Legislatively designated local health planning entity delivers health and human service innovations at the national, state and local level through planning, direct services, evaluation and organizational capacity building.
Healthy Families Broward
Community-based, voluntary home-visiting program that promotes positive parent/child interaction and healthy childhood growth and development to prevent child abuse and neglect.
HIV Planning Council
Oversees funding and services for Broward County Ryan White Part A program.
Centralized Intake and Eligibility Determination (CIED)
Provides a single entry point of service and assistance for persons living with HIV/AIDS.
BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE
(B.S.0)
954-831-8900
2601 W. Broward Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
www.sheriff.orgProvides law enforcement and fire rescue services for unincorporated areas of Broward County as well as municipalities that have contracted for these services and the Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades and the Broward County Courthouse. District offices are located throughout the county.
Child Protective Investigative Svcs
954-797-5299
Investigates allegations of child abuse, neglect or abandonment.
Youth & Special Needs Services
954-321-4167
Targets youth & special needs population.
Police Athletic League (PAL)
Provides youth an opportunity to stay out of trouble by participating in sports and other activities after school or during the summer.
Law Enforcement Explorers
Offers teens and young adults the opportunity to learn and experience lawful citizenship by participating side-by-side with certified BSO deputies in ongoing training and community service projects.
Fire Rescue Explorers
Provides high school students with practical training and experience through education, community involvement and public service.
Juvenile Firesetter Prevention & Intervention Program
Provides prevention and intervention through specialized fire safety education for youth, 2-17 years, targeting at-risk youth with an interest in, or a history of starting fires, initiating bomb threats, creating destructive incendiary devices or pulling fire alarms.
Neighborhood Services
954-321-4102
Provides services directly related to local neighborhoods including Citizens on Patrol, Crime Prevention Unit, Sheriff's Posse, Poll Deputy Unit and Parking Enforcement.
Juvenile Assessment Center
954-761-2641
2600 SW 4th Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315
Manages the centralized juvenile drop-off point for deputies and law enforcement officers where assessment and case management services are provided to at-risk youth.
Department of Community Programs
954-535-2373
4200 NW 16th Street
Lauderhill, FL 33313
Administration for in-custody and community-based offender programs.
In-Custody Behavioral Services
954-831-0248
Provides mental health and substance abuse counseling to persons either incarcerated in the county jail or involved with the 17th Judicial Circuit’s Drug Court. Persons receiving services from the Broward Sheriff’s Office are referred to community providers for additional and/or ongoing services upon release from jail, while receiving outpatient treatment and in preparation of discharge.
Day Reporting & Reentry Division 954-497-3643
Provides support for successful transition and monitoring to prevent recidivism for the reintegration of offenders back into the community following release from jail.
Drug Court Treatment Program
954-497-3610
Offers an alternative to traditional incarceration for criminal offenders who are charged with the purchase or possession of a controlled substance and/or other substance abuse related offense.
Victim Services Unit
954-321-4200
Offers assistance for the victims and witnesses of crimes through established advocacy policies and by providing necessary notification. (Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
CAMELOT COMMUNITY CARE
954-958-0988
1925 S. Perimeter Road, #120
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.camelotcommunitycare.orgMedicaid, Sliding Scale, No Fee for qualified families Spanish, Creole
Office Hours - M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Service Hours - M-F: 8:30am - 8pm & weekends by appointment Provides behavioral health and child welfare services.
In-Home Counseling
Provides counseling and psychiatric services in the home, school or community for families with children 3-17 years, (up to 22 years, if qualified and already in the program by 18th birthday) who have mild to moderate emotional or behavioral difficulties. Offers assessment, family and individual therapy.
Solutions for School Success
Offers assessment, in-home individual and family therapy, and school classroom observation and support for children 5-17 years who are having emotional and behavioral issues at school and at home that are affecting their school performance.
Family Development
Provides in-home family therapy and support services to youth 10-17 years who are at risk for abuse/neglect and are residing with their family.
Youth Transitions
Offers transitional independent living services for youth (15-22 years) with serious emotional and behavioral issues who are aging out of the child welfare system (both foster care and relative placements), including case management, youth development activities and life skills coaching counseling.
Foster Care
Provides foster parent recruitment, training and licensing services, and placement and monitoring of children in foster care, 0-17 years. Parents must meet DCF requirements. Counseling services are provided to children who require in-home intervention for emotional and behavioral issues.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
954-332-6640
OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF MIAMI
1079 SE 22nd Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
www.ccadm.orgSliding Scale Spanish, Creole
Provides social services including behavioral health, adult day care centers, transitional housing and emergency financial assistance.
Family Counseling
866-758-0025
Provides brief therapy to individuals and families for physical abuse, trauma, substance abuse, job loss, depression and other issues.
Emergency Services
954-568-6610
Provides rent/mortgage assistance for people facing eviction and food vouchers.
Volunteer Friendship Ministry
954-630-9793
1503 NE 26th Street
Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Trained volunteer care teams provide emotional and spiritual support to persons living with HIV/AIDS through visitation, telephone reassurance and social gatherings.
Adult Day Care Centers
Licensed adult day care centers for disabled individuals 19+ years and older adults. Provides daily supervised activities, exercise and medical observation.
Central West Adult Day Care Ctr. 954-583-6446
Centro Oeste Hispano 954-581-9170
CENTER FOR AUTISM
954-262-7111
& RELATED DISABILITIES
(C.A.R.D.)
University of Miami/Nova Southeastern University
3301 College Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314
www.umcard.org No Fee Spanish M-F: 8:00am - 4:30pmProvides support to people with autism and related disorders, their familes and the professionals who work with them.
CENTER FOR HEARING
954-601-1930
AND COMMUNICATION
TTD:
954-601-1938
2900 W. Cypress Creek Road, #3
Video Ph: 954-642-2351
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.chchearing.orgMedicare, Private Pay, Sliding Scale American Sign Language
M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Provides hearing rehabilitation and human services for people who are hard of hearing or deaf, and their families. Services include psychological assessment, mental health and substance abuse counseling, case management, educational after-school and summer camp programs, audiology services, assistive listening devices and specialized no-cost phone equipment for Florida residents with hearing difficulties.
CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT
954-722-6400
LIVING OF BROWARD
TTY:
954-735-0963
4800 N. State Road 7, Suite 102
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
www.cilbroward.orgNo Fee
Spanish, Telephone for the Hearing Impaired M-F: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Provides advocacy, peer support, independent living skills training, job placement services, housing coordination, equipment loans and other assistive technology, and youth services.
CHILD CARE LICENSING
954-357-4800
AND ENFORCEMENT TTY: 954-831-3940
2995 N. Dixie Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334
www.broward.orgM-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Regulates and monitors child care facilities and family child care homes in accordance with Broward County Ordinance and State Statute. Provides criminal background screening for employment in childcare facilities and child care homes.
CHILDNET
954-414-6000
313 N. State Road 7
Plantation, FL 33317
www.childnet.us No FeeManages the Broward child welfare system for foster care, adoption, protective and related services for abused, neglected and abandoned children. Provides case management, independent living and adoption services, and subcontracts with social service agencies to provide child welfare services including family preservation and strengthening, residential group and shelter care and foster home management.
CHILDREN’S DIAGNOSTIC
954-728-8080
& TREATMENT CENTER
1401 S. Federal Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.childrensdiagnostic.orgProvides medical care, case management, social services and other types of intervention to children and adolescents with chronic illnesses and development disabilities and support and education to their families. Assists pregnant women receive prenatal care.
Comprehensive Family AIDS Program
Provides care to infants, children. women and families who are infected and affected by HIV/AIDS including gynecology, nutritional counseling, dental care, laboratory tests, medication management, mental health assessment and counseling, support groups and summer camp program for infected children.
CHILDREN'S HARBOR
954-252-3072
19425 SW 59th Manor
Pembroke Pines, FL 33332
www.childrensharbor.orgProvides residential services for foster children in a family-style setting, and community-based services for the prevention and intervention of abuse and neglect.
Family Strengthening Program
Provides in-home counseling and case management for families with children, 0-18 years living in the home, to keep families intact, prevent abuse/neglect, improve relationships and incorporate the nurturing parenting model.
Residential Group Home
Provides 24-hour care and supervision for pregnant and/or parenting teens and their infants in foster care, and 24-hour care and supervision for sibling groups in foster care to allow them to remain together. Referrals come from ChildNet.
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY
954-453-6400
401 NE 4th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.chsfl.org/intercoastal Medicaid Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmProvides adoption assistance, child abuse and neglect prevention, family counseling and emergency care for children.
Adoptive Services
Provides counseling to birth parents, home studies and post-placement services for domestic and international adoptions.
Family Preservation Intervention Program
Provides support and family strengthening services to those at risk for child abuse and neglect and families in crisis.
Foster Care
Offers temporary services to abused, neglected and abandoned children, and 10-week training session for potential foster parents.
I. Lorraine Thomas Children’s Home
Provides residential group care and supervision for boys, 13-18 years, who have been in the foster care system, have repeated failed placements, and are in need of a more structured group home setting.
Clinical Services
Provides intensive behavioral therapy for Broward County children (with Medicaid) who are experiencing severe emotional/behavioral problems at home and/or school and at risk for a higher level of care.
CHILDREN'S MEDICAL SERVICES
954-713-3100
1625 SE 3rd Avenue, #415
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
www.cms-kids.comProvides family-centered prevention, early intervention, primary care, medical, therapeutic specialty and long-term care to children under 21 years with special healthcare needs.
CHILDREN'S SERVICES COUNCIL
954-377-1000
6600 W. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33319
www.cscbroward.orgProvides leadership, coordination and funding for services for and on behalf of children.
CINS/FINS PROVIDER AGENCIES
954-486-4222
Through the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and local social service agencies, provides help to children and their families to reduce or stop behaviors that may otherwise require families to go to court as last resort.Child In Need of Services (CINS)
Services provided to a child who has been found by the court to be runaway, truant or ungovernable.
Families In Need of Services (FINS)
Services provided to a family that has a child who is displaying behaviors such as truancy, runaway, and will not follow directions or is beyond parental control.
Shelters
Provides short-term, primarily voluntary, services including crisis intervention, shelter, food, clothing, case management and counseling. Shelter services are available 24/7.
Lippman Youth Shelter
954-568-2801
221 NW 43rd Court Oakland Park, FL 33309
Non-Residential Counseling
Provides family counseling to stabilize a crisis, keep families intact, minimize out-of-home placement, provide aftercare services for youth returning home from shelter services and prevent the involvement of families in the juvenile justice and dependency systems.
Lutheran Services of Florida
954-486-4222
4185 N. State Road 7 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
Mt. Bethel Human Services
954-766-6058
708 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Community Based Connections
954-524-9797
1033 Sistrunk Blvd., #201 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
CLEVELAND CLINIC
954-689-5000
2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd.
Weston, FL 33331
www.clevelandclinicflorida.org
Private not-for-profit hospital offering medical and surgical services. No behavioral health unit but offers groups and programs on physical and emotional health issues.
Family Health Center
954-349-1111
1825 N. Corporate Lakes Blvd. Weston, FL 33331
Offers primary care services in an outpatient setting.
COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS
954-792-4000
924 NW 1st Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
No FeeM-F: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Yellow House
Advocates and educates to address the needs of the homeless. Offers clothing, crisis response, phones, computers, laundry, hygiene needs, showers and mail service.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP DIVISION
954-357-8647
115 S. Andrews Avenue, #A-370
TTY:
954-357-2882
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/humanservices/communitypartnerships M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Branch of Broward County Government responsible for the planning, coordination, administration and evaluation for human services programs including behavioral health, child care licensing, sexual assault treatment and counseling, health care, HIV/AIDS and homeless services.
COOPERATIVE PARENTING
954-746-2055
& DIVORCE
Mental Health Association of Southeast Florida
7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhasefl.orgFees apply
Hours by appointment
IIndividual and group training, for moderate to high conflict divorced couples and parents living in separate households, to reduce parental conflict and risk factors that influence the child's post divorce adjustment.
COVENANT HOUSE FLORIDA
954-561-5559
733 Breakers Avenue
24-Hour:
800-999-9999
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
www.covenanthousefl.org No FeeSpanish, Creole 24/7
Emergency shelter for youth under 21 years, including youth with babies. Provides shelter, food, clothing, health services, parent education, counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, employment assistance, life skills instruction, transportation assistance and transitional housing for older adolescents bridging into independent living.
(Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
DEERFIELD BEACH (City of)
954-480-4433
PARKS AND RECREATION
150 NE 2nd Avenue
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Offers athletic programs and summer camp at various locations.
Westside Park Summer Camp
954-480-4481
Serves economically-disadvantaged children, 6-12 years, who are primarily from Deerfield Beach's Consolidated Plan area.
DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN
954-267-4040
& FAMILIES
(DCF)
1400 W. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.dcf.state.fl.us No Fee Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pmBranch of State Goverment responsible for the administration of social services.
Abuse Hotline
800-962-2873
Serves as the central reporting center for allegations of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation for all children and vulnerable adults in Florida.
Domestic Violence Hotline
800-500-1119
Administers and coordinates statewide activities related to the prevention and intervention of domestic violence through community-based partnerships. Regulates, certifies and monitors domestic violence centers across the state of Florida.
Adult Protective Services (APS)
954-467-5969
201 W. Broward Blvd., #510 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
Provides services for frail, elderly and disabled adults who are at risk or are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation and disabled adults who need assistance to remain in their own homes in the community. Investigates allegations of elderly/disabled adult abuse neglect and exploitation. Provides case management for clients who receive OSS (Optional State Supplement) and live in an ALF (Assisted Living Facility) or adult family care home, and clients who receive subsidies from the Home Care for Disabled Adults/Elderly program. To report abuse, neglect or exploitation, call the Florida Abuse Hotline at 800-952-2873. (Broward CARES participating organization, see page 153 for additional information.)
